CAYSH

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Target group

Young single homeless people aged 16-25, including those with low to medium support needs around independent living skills. Must have a Croydon connection (eg born, lived or been at school in the borough, family or relatives living there).

Will not accept

Young people with dependents. Those with a conviction for serious violence, sexual offences or arson. Those with "an active criminal lifestyle". Those with drug or alcohol dependencies.

Referral procedure

Applicants should check website to ensure Drop In Zone is open before calling in to arrange an appointment. Application form. Initial housing advice interview. Further interview if criteria met. May require background information.

Waiting list

No waiting list.

Vacancies

Support services

Staff visit projects a minimum of 2-3 times a week. Care plan, support plan, and keyworking sessions at least monthly. Staff act as advocates, provide informal counselling and help residents access specialist services. Residents expected to participate in planned programme of activities and may move from shared housing to the more independent bedsits and flats.

Access to move-on

Staff help residents with planned move-on following a mutually agreed programme. Provide up to 6 months follow-up support.

Donations

CAYSH also runs a Supported Lodgings Scheme, for 150 young people aged 16-25 in acute housing need who have a Croydon connection. For more information about the Supported Lodgings Scheme call 020 8683 5173.